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Student-run think tank The Roosevelt Institution recently announced an innovative summer leadership program, the Roosevelt Academy, which will bring top students to DC for a summer of on-ground policy work and training. Nate Loewentheil, Executive Director of the group, is enthusiastic about the new opportunity for students. “This is exciting because it helps us achieve our mission of connecting students directly to the progressive movement, and supporting the important policy work happening in Washington. The program will place students into 10-week internships at top policy organizations around Washington, combining the internships with a training program in policy, communications, organizing and other important political skills,” Loewentheil said. Nate designed the program with the understanding that unpaid internships are often non-starters for some college students; as such, “students will also earn $3500 stipends, allowing individuals from all socio-economic backgrounds to participate.”

Roosevelt chapters funnel the energy and intellectual talents of college students into work on local and national policy. Loewentheil stepped into the leadership of Roosevelt after graduating from Yale; Caitlin Howarth, a recent University of Virginia grad, currently acts as Director of Operations. New chapters are springing up around the country, reflecting a growing interest among students in all aspects of the political process. The group is currently accepting submissions for several annual publications and essay contests. Contact Nate or Caitlin directly to get involved.